Commuters aboard the MRT were in for a delightful surprise when a group of musicians, clad in traditional attire, transformed the train carriage into a lively cultural performance space.
The viral moment, captured and shared on TikTok, showcased the band playing traditional Malaysian musical instruments such as the gendang (drum), double bass, tambourine, and guitar.
In traditional outfits
The musicians, dressed in intricately designed batik outfits and black songkok hats, captivated passengers, many of whom were seen enjoying the spontaneous showcase of local heritage.
The performers are members of Musicians Enjoy Kajang, a local ensemble known for promoting traditional Malaysian music.
The group was specially invited by Prasarana Malaysia Berhad, the public transport operator, to hold this performance inside the train.
The invitation was part of an initiative to celebrate Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage and engage the public with traditional art forms.
In addition to their train performance, the musicians were also invited to perform at the officiating ceremony of the Kajang Stadium, further highlighting their role in cultural festivities within the city.
Netizens’ reaction
Their performance sparked joy among passengers, with many recording and sharing the moment online, praising the initiative for bringing culture and music into everyday life.
Netizens also love the performance and are pouring in praise for this initiative.
“👍👍👍 If it’s not us who uplift our culture, then who else?”
“This is good, introducing our culture. This is us, this is our national identity.”
“This helps people relieve stress after work. 💪👍👍”
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